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Hans India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
‘Thug Life' makes noise in Vizag
Tollywood is buzzing with excitement as Thug Life, one of the most eagerly anticipated Indian films of 2024, gears up for its grand theatrical release on June 5. Directed by legendary filmmaker Mani Ratnam and headlined by the iconic Kamal Haasan, the film is a gritty gangster drama with a stellar cast featuring Trisha and Simbu in key roles. Adding to the excitement, the film will be released in Telugu by Shreshth Movies, owned by N Sudhakar Reddy, known for past hits like Vikram and Amaran. A grand pre-release event in Vizag saw the film's team come together and share their thoughts with an enthusiastic crowd. Kamal Haasan, overwhelmed by the Vizag audience's love, reflected on his long-standing bond with Telugu cinema. 'Vizag has always welcomed me warmly—from Maro Charitra to Sagara Sangamam. This is like my second home,' he said. He described Thug Life as his tribute to fans and praised the performances of co-stars Simbu, Trisha, Nassar, and Abhirami. 'This is a great film. Simbu's role is like never before. Trisha has played a very memorable character. We believe we've made something special,' he shared. Simbu expressed gratitude to Telugu fans, calling the film 'very good' and urging everyone to watch it on June 5. He also revealed he sang a song in the upcoming film Ozzy, fulfilling his dream of singing for Pawan Kalyan. Trisha, who plays Indrani, said, 'It's been 22 years since Varsham released, and I'm still getting so much love. This role is unlike anything I've done before.' Veteran actor Nassar praised Thug Life as a landmark film in Indian cinema and celebrated the historic collaboration between Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam after 37 years. Actress Abhirami called it a 'dream project,' and Sudhakar Reddy assured fans of a success meet in Vizag post-release.
Hans India
5 days ago
- General
- Hans India
Yoga on boats special attraction in Godavari
Bhimavaram: Government Whip and local legislator Bommidi Nayakar, and district joint collector T Rahul Kumar Reddy jointly performed yoga asanas with everyone at Valandara dock of Godavari river on Tuesday as part of Yogandhra programme. The big highlight of the programme was the yoga practice in two boats at the Sagara Sangamam on the Vashishtha Godavari. On the occasion, Nayakar said that the NDA government has taken the Yogandhra programme as a challenge and everyone should strive to make it a success. He said that the Yogandhra programmes are being held as a feast for the eyes on the call of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan. He said that the Vashishta Godavari is a great pilgrimage site and the yoga practice programme has inspired him a lot. He said that practicing yoga regularly helps in achieving physical, mental and emotional well-being. He said that he feels lucky to participate in the yoga practice programme on the boats of the Vasishta Godavari. Joint collector Rahul Kumar Reddy said that conducting Yogandhra programmes in tourism areas will give international recognition and inspiration, and the programmes are being successfully conducted in West Godavari district on the call of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu He said that the photos, videos, and coverage showing the beauty and natural beauty of the Vashishtha Godavari should reach Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the state Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. On June 3, Yogabhyasa will be held at Penugonda Ammavari Devasthanam, on the 9th at Perupalem Beach in Mogalthur mandal, on the 16th at Alluri Sitarama Raju Smriti Vanam in Bhimavaram, and on the 19th at Bhimavaram DNR College and Narasapuram VYN College. Yogandhra programmes will be organised with 5,000 people. The yoga practice programme was attended by District Revenue Officer M Venkateswarlu, RDO Dasiraju, DSP Dr G Sri Veda, Trainee DSP K Manasa, District Tourism Officer AV Appa Rao, District Education Officer E Narayana, AYUSH District Officer Dr A Hari Srinivasu, Coordinator Dr A Sriram, District Arogyasri Coordinator Dr K Keerthi Kiran, Municipal Commissioner B Anjaiah, Tahsildar Aitham Satyanarayana, officers and employees of various departments, municipal councillors, yoga trainers Kaligotla Gopala Sharma, PSD Bhavani, M Govinda Rao, A Sunitha, Mohan Krishna, Vijaya, Anantha Lakshmi, Rohini, commentator Chakraavadhanulu Reddapa Daveji, city dignitaries, students, and others participated.
